Rapid Creek Cycles and Paddle Boards is the SUP center for the Grand Valley

We sell the best boards suited for your needs!

Paddleboard the Colorado River

Paddle Board Rentals

We also rent both Plastic and Inflatable SUP’s from HALA, RED, SOL, NRS, CORRAN, and IMAGINE. The rates are $ 40 for a plastic and $ 50 for inflatables. The Colorado River around Palisade is a great place to SUP. There is a 4 mile run from Palisade to Palisade and a 8 mile section that ends up at 32 road in Grand Junction. You can also paddle one of the 216 lakes on the Grand Mesa or take a board to Lake Powell.

Rapid Creek also offers Introduction to Paddle Board lessons on the Colorado River. This is a 2 hour class on the basics of paddle boarding that teaches basic paddle strokes, safety and river running. Classes are $ 75 per person and include the board, paddle and PFD rental, as well as a shuttle. Reservations are required and we are a licensed State of Colorado Outfitter and Guide Service.